Description
Dell PowerEdge R740xd with 2× Xeon Gold 6238R, 2× 480GB SSDs, 24-bay chassis, HBA RAID, dual 750W PSUs. Built for enterprise workloads.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Model | E38S |
| Regulatory Type | E38S001 |
| Certification Marks | TÜV SÜD, GS, EAC, CE, FCC, UL, UKCA, RoHS, Seguranca, INMETRO |
| Standards Compliance | IEC 60950-1, IS 13252 (Part 1), CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3 (A) |
| RoHS Status | R33002 RoHS Compliant |
| Safety Listings | UL Listed (I.T.E. E105106), BR OCP 0029 |
| BIS Registration | R-41000388 |
| Other Codes | MSIP-RMM-E2K-E38S001 |
| Dell Part Number | DP/N: 8V034 A03 |
| Country of Origin | Made in Malaysia |
Product Features
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Dual Intel Xeon Gold 6238R Processors – 28 cores (56 threads) for high-performance workloads.
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Memory Capacity – N/A.
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Flexible Storage – 2× 480GB Dell SSDs + support for up to 24× 2.5" hot-swap drives.
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Enterprise RAID & HBA Support – Includes dedicated RAID controller and HBA card for data reliability.
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High Efficiency Power – 2× 750W redundant hot-plug PSUs ensure uptime.
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Scalability – Expand with 2 PCIe cards and dual NICs for enhanced networking.
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Certified Worldwide – TÜV, GS, UKCA, UL, CE, FCC, RoHS, BIS, INMETRO approved.
General Product Information
The Dell PowerEdge R740xd is a scalable 2U rackmount server engineered to meet modern enterprise demands. Featuring dual Intel Xeon Gold 6238R CPUs, this system delivers 28 cores / 56 threads of compute power, ideal for virtualization, enterprise databases, AI/ML workloads, and business-critical applications.
With support for up to 24× 2.5" SFF hot-swappable drives, this R740xd balances compute performance with massive storage flexibility. This configuration comes with 2× 480GB Dell enterprise-grade SSDs, optimized for high endurance and reliability, alongside an HBA card and RAID controller for robust data protection.
Memory is handled by 256GB of ECC DDR4 RAM (4× 64GB SK Hynix 3200MHz modules), ensuring superior bandwidth and reliability in mission-critical workloads. The server also features 2 PCIe expansion cards and dual NICs, enabling future upgrades for networking, accelerators, or GPUs.
Power efficiency is guaranteed with dual 750W redundant PSUs, delivering continuous uptime even in demanding environments. Certified globally for safety and compliance, including UL, CE, FCC, TÜV, RoHS, UKCA, and BIS, this server is ready for worldwide enterprise deployment.
The Dell R740xd remains a top choice for IT teams looking for a powerful, scalable, and energy-efficient solution for modern data centers.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Dell PowerEdge R740xd (2.5" SFF, 24 bays) |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| CPU | 2 × Intel Xeon Gold 6238R (14C/28T each) |
| Total Cores/Threads | 28 cores / 56 threads |
| Memory | N/A |
| Storage | 2 × Dell 0VJM47 480GB SSDs |
| Drive Bays | 24 × 2.5" hot-swappable |
| RAID | Hardware RAID controller included |
| Expansion | 2 × PCIe cards, 2 × NICs, 1 × HBA |
| Power Supply | 2 × 750W Redundant PSUs |
| Regulatory Model | E38S |
| Regulatory Type | E38S001 |
| Certifications | TÜV, GS, UL, CE, FCC, UKCA, RoHS, INMETRO, BIS |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Part Number | DP/N: 8V034 A03 |
Compatible Products
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Operating Systems: Windows Server 2016/2019/2022, VMware ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu Server, CentOS
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Chipsets & Platforms: Intel C620 series (Skylake-SP)
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Memory Expansion: Supports up to 3TB DDR4 ECC RAM
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Storage Upgrades: Dell enterprise SSDs/HDDs, NVMe via PCIe adapters
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Networking: Mellanox, Intel, or Broadcom high-speed NICs
Ideal Use Cases
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Virtualization & Cloud Hosting – VMware, Hyper-V, and containerized workloads
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Enterprise Databases – SQL, Oracle, SAP HANA, and NoSQL clusters
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AI/ML & HPC – Expandable for GPU acceleration workloads
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Media & Video Production – High-performance rendering and editing
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Enterprise Applications – ERP, CRM, virtualization of desktops (VDI)
Comparison Angle
Compared to its predecessor R730xd, the R740xd offers faster memory (3200MHz ECC), more scalable storage (up to 24× 2.5"), and enhanced virtualization capabilities. Against competitors like the HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10, the R740xd provides superior storage density and lower power draw with dual 750W redundant PSUs, making it a balanced choice for enterprise performance and energy efficiency.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Dell Enterprise 1.6TB / 3.84TB SSD upgrades
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Dell PERC RAID controllers (H740P, H750)
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Dell 25/40/100GbE NICs and Mellanox adapters
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NVIDIA Tesla or A100 GPUs for AI acceleration
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Dell PowerEdge R640 (compact 1U alternative